In Greek mythology, Patroclus (generally pronounced / p ə ˈ t r oʊ k l ə s /; Ancient Greek: Πάτροκλος, romanized: Pátroklos, lit. 'glory of the father') was a Greek hero of the Trojan War …

Meanwhile, in the Achaean camp, the men begin their mourning for Patroclus. Achilles has men clean Patroclus’s wounds to prepare him for burial, though he vows not to bury him until he …

With the appearance of Patroclus in Achilles’ armor the battle quickly turns, and the Trojans retreat from the Achaean ships. At first, the line holds together, but when Hector retreats, the …

Nov 11, 2024 · Patroclus’s bravery shone as he led the Myrmidons into battle, wearing Achilles’ armor and wielding his weapons. The Trojans, mistaking him for Achilles, retreated in fear, and …

Jul 5, 2023 · Patroclus, unable to watch his friends die, received permission from Achilles to don his friend’s fearsome armor and chase the Trojans back to their walls. Patroclus managed to …

Jan 7, 2025 · Patroclus kills Sarpedon, and, exhilarated by success, he pushes the Greeks toward the city walls until the god Apollo intervenes by removing his armor and destroying his …

Sep 20, 2023 · The armor itself, a gift from the gods to Achilles, became synonymous with Patroclus’ tragic end. It symbolized both his valor and the immense shadow cast by Achilles, …

Hector dons Achilles armor, a symbol of his glory in killing Patroclus, and offers a huge treasure for Patroclus’ body. Hector fully realizes the body’s significance to Achilles. Trojan and …

When Patroclus wears Achilles’ armor to scare the Trojans and drive them from the ships, Apollo and Hector quickly see through the disguise. Then, when a fight breaks out over Patroclus’s …

Feb 7, 2024 · Achilles refuses to yield, but grants Patroclus permission to lead the Myrmidons into battle himself, wearing his armor and wielding his spear. He manages to rout the enemy, …